Serving 186 students in grades 8-12, West St. John High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West St. John High School serves the southwest part of Edgard, LA, covering an area of approximately 91.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West St. John High School's student population of 186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
100% of West St. John High students will be accepted into college or prepared for a technical career.
School Rankings
West St. John High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West St. John High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1107 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
97%
42%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West St. John High School's ranking?
West St. John High School is ranked #1107 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West St. John High School?
The graduation rate of West St. John High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend West St. John High School?
186 students attend West St. John High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West St. John High School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West St. John High School?
West St. John High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does West St. John High School offer ?
West St. John High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West St. John High School part of?
West St. John High School is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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